1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XK weights approximately 691 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Vega | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Vega | XK |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
